Whirlpool WCD3090J**
Electric · 4.3
Summary
The Whirlpool WCD3090J** is an electric with 4.3 capacity that uses 317 kWh per year, costing approximately $50.72annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $507.20 in energy costs alone. It is ENERGY STAR certified, meeting the program's energy efficiency requirements.
Ranked #69 out of 614 clothes dryers by annual running cost, it costs $40.28 less per year than the category average of $91.
How This Compares to Other Clothes Dryers
Ranked #69 out of 614 in the clothes dryers category (by lowest annual cost).
Energy Details
Running Cost Breakdown
Estimated electricity costs at different time horizons (based on $0.16/kWh US average rate):
Actual costs vary by location. States like Hawaii ($0.43/kWh) pay significantly more while Idaho ($0.11/kWh) pays less. Use our energy calculator to estimate costs at your local rate.
What This Means for You
The Whirlpool WCD3090J** is cheaper to run than the average clothes dryer in its category. At $50.72/year, you'll save approximately $402.80 over 10 years compared to a typical model in this category.
Its efficiency score is moderate — solid but not top-tier. It balances upfront cost with reasonable energy savings.
Energy costs are just one factor in choosing a clothes dryer. Consider the purchase price, features, reliability, and how the total cost of ownership (purchase price + energy costs over its expected lifespan) compares to alternatives.